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[Travelers' Notes]Four Must-Visit Strolling Spots in Tokyo's Charming Shitamachi District
Tokyo’s Edo-era commoner district "Shitamachi," compared to the modern urban image, feels much more approachable. Hidden down alleyways are old traditional houses, whose traces of time bring people closer to the city. Exploring Shitamachi means strolling through the new artsy Left Bank of “Kiyosumi-Shirakawa,” visiting well-worn traditional homes that have stood the test of time, listening to nostalgic stories, feeling warm human connections, and discovering some of the most beautiful sights of Tokyo.
Spring Outing Lantern Festival & Flower Sea: A Handy Guide to Events Across Taiwan
The new year has just begun, and exciting events are being held across Taiwan, kicking off the year in the most beautiful way for travelers. Whether it’s lantern festival events prepared for the Lantern Festival or stunning flower sea views, they all give us great reasons to head out for outings and gatherings...
Head to Tainan for a Spring Festival getaway: Seven great itineraries featuring lantern festivals and flower viewing to welcome the New Year
As the Lunar New Year approaches, have you decided where to go for a spring outing during the 9-day holiday to welcome the new year? Here’s a “Tainan Holiday Travel Guide” for the New Year period, inviting everyone to celebrate the Year of the Monkey in Tainan...
Don’t miss Starbucks’ sakura-themed merchandise during Japan’s cherry blossom season
As Japan’s annual cherry blossom season arrives, Starbucks Japan releases a series of sakura-themed products each year, which quickly become popular souvenirs among tourists. Information about the 2016 sakura merchandise from Starbucks Japan has also...
Spring Walks & Forest Breathing: Explore Four Major Forest Recreation Areas to Welcome the Year of the Monkey
The Daxue Mountain, Baxian Mountain, Hehuan Mountain, and Wuling Forest Recreation Areas are popular spring walk destinations in central Taiwan. During the Lunar New Year holiday, besides shopping and visiting temples, they are perfect spots to enjoy forest bathing and immerse yourself in the beauty of nature...
Traveling to Kenting Without Traffic Jams: Taiwan’s Most Scenic Coastal Road in Pingtung Opens
After 10 years of construction, Pingtung County’s coastal scenic road in Checheng Township has officially opened to traffic. It is expected to alleviate holiday traffic congestion on Highway 26 between Haikou and Fu’an Temple, and will help divert vehicles heading to Kenting’s National Museum of Marine Biology and Aquarium, as well as those traveling to Sichongxi and Hengchun...
No need to wait for spring — Chiang Mai in Thailand is already blooming with cherry blossoms
No need to wait for spring — Chiang Mai in Thailand is already blooming with cherry blossoms
A new international architectural
Taiwan’s international architectural design scene welcomes a new masterpiece—the “m8 Pavilion” has grandly opened at the Kinmen Wind Lion God Shopping Center. This approximately 300-ping exhibition space was designed by internationally renowned Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, utilizing natural...
Sakurajima Volcano in Kagoshima Raises Alert Level to 3
On February 5 at 6:56 PM Japan time, an explosive eruption occurred at Sakurajima Volcano in Kagoshima, Japan, ejecting a large amount of volcanic rocks and lava. ...
The Kaohsiung earthquake on Little New Year causes high-speed rail south of Taichung to suspend service
Due to the major earthquake in Kaohsiung at 3:57 AM on February 6, high-speed rail service south of Taichung has been suspended. A large number of passengers have crowded Taichung HSR Station, and transfer connections have reached their limit. The high-speed rail urges passengers heading to areas south of Taichung not to continue swarming into the station...
This is the perfect drink for Valentine's Day—Marriott’s specially crafted aphrodisiac soups for men and women.
Taipei Marriott Hotel has just opened and is launching its first-ever “Mi Sugar Romantic Valentine’s – Marriott’s Touching Lovers’ Night,” calling on couples everywhere to compose a sweet love story. From February 12 to 14, the highlight is the NT$8,800...
No need to go abroad—transform into a mermaid and dive in Taiwan!
In recent years, a trend of mermaid swimming has emerged overseas. By donning a mermaid tail, you can fully engage your abdominal, thigh, and gluteal muscles while gracefully gliding through the water. Not only do you get to explore the beautiful underwater world, but you also get to become a fairy-tale mermaid...
Realism and Vision: "Hong Kong Trilogy" Speaks for Hong Kong
The [Hong Kong Trilogy] originated from a short film project at the Hong Kong International Film Festival. The festival organizers invited Christopher Doyle to direct a short film as part of the "Beautiful 2014" short film series. This half-hour piece was originally titled...
A Must-Visit Attraction on Your Nantou Good Luck Day Trip to Pray for Wealth at Zinan Temple
Every Lunar New Year, Nantou’s Zinan Temple sees a surge of worshippers coming to pray for Fortune Money (Fa Cai Jin) and seek abundant wealth in the coming year. This Spring Festival, Zinan Temple specially commissioned the design of uniquely shaped “Money Mothers” and golden chickens...
Oscar frontrunner Spotlight shocks society
[Spotlight] is adapted from the real-life news event that won the 2003 Pulitzer Prize for Public Service, the highest honor in journalism. It focuses on a group of journalists at the Boston Globe who...
It’s the perfect time to admire cherry blossoms – 24 cherry blossom trails fully revealed
The cherry blossom season in Taipei has quietly arrived, marking a one-month period of bloom, with the Lunar New Year holiday coinciding with the best time to view the flowers. Hurry along the trails to immerse yourself in seas of fresh, hopeful pink blooms, and make your New Year wishes come true. During this rare family reunion time over the Lunar New Year, we especially recommend 24 cherry blossom trails. Make the most of this time and take your whole family on a blooming, blessing-filled journey.
The Old House Café is photogenic both inside and out — a global Starbucks in one of the world’s four great ancient mansions
The world’s most influential coffee chain, Starbucks, has a global footprint. Beyond its sleek, luxurious, and stylish outlets, its traditional architectural branches are equally captivating. Here are four Starbucks locations housed in historic buildings, including...
Ultra-cute Ghibli fairy-tale townspotting the Kiki’s Delivery Service bakery, Kiki’s Bread Shop
There’s a highly talked-about European-style village in Kyushu, Japan, with streetscapes so adorable they resemble scenes from a fairy tale, attracting many visitors every year. And if you’re a fan of Hayao Miyazaki, this place is an absolute must-visit because...
Thousands of cherry blossoms bloom by the Tidal Basin in Washington, creating a dreamy spectacle
As cherry blossom season arrives, besides Japan and South Korea, Washington, D.C. in the United States is also a renowned destination for cherry blossom viewing. Around March and April each year, thousands of cherry trees stretch along the shores of the Tidal Basin southwest of the Washington Monument...